Wolf outside, dog inside? The genomic make-up of the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Genomic methods can provide extraordinary tools to explore the genetic background of wild species and domestic breeds, optimize breeding practices, monitor and limit the spread of recessive diseases, and discourage illegal crossings. In this study we analysed a panel of 170k Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms with a combination of multivariate, Bayesian and outlier gene approaches to examine the genome-wide diversity and inbreeding levels in a recent wolf x dog cross-breed, the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog, which is becoming increasingly popular across Europe.

Results

Pairwise F_ST values, multivariate and assignment procedures indicated that the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog was significantly differentiated from all the other analysed breeds and also well-distinguish

SUBMITTER: Caniglia R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6043967 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature